🧭 How to Connect Ant BMS to Your Battery

 

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1. Overview

This article explains how to connect the ANT BMS app to your battery so you can view battery health and internal data. You’ll learn how to power the BMS, connect it to the app, and verify communication. By the end of this guide, you’ll be able to monitor key battery information such as cell voltages, temperature, charge status, and overall battery health.

 

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2. Prerequisites

Before starting, make sure you have the following:

 

• Compatible E-Moto Battery
  The bike must be powered by a battery equipped with an ANT BMS.

 

• Smartphone or Tablet
  iOS or Android device with Bluetooth enabled.

 

• ANT BMS App Installed
  Download and install the ANT BMS app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.

 

• Bike Powered On
  The battery must be powered on so the BMS can communicate with the app.

 

• Basic Bluetooth Access
  Ensure Bluetooth permissions are enabled for the ANT BMS app on your device.

 

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3. Step-by-Step Instructions

 

Video Step by Step Guide

Follow this video to install and connect to the ant bms app.

 

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3. Connecting the ANT BMS App to Your Battery

3.1 Download the ANT BMS App

1. Open the Apple App Store (iOS) or Google Play Store (Android).

2. Search for ANT BMS.

3. Download and install the app on your device.

4. Ensure Bluetooth is enabled on your phone.

 

Expected Result:
The ANT BMS app is installed and ready to connect to your battery.

 

Tips

• Make sure your phone’s operating system is up to date.

• Allow Bluetooth permissions when prompted during first launch.

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3.2 Connect to the Battery

1. Power on the bike so the battery and BMS are active.

2. Open the ANT BMS app on your device.

3. Tap Connect or Search Devices.

4. Select your battery/BMS from the list of available devices.

5. Wait for the Connected or Connection Successful message.

 

Expected Result:
The app displays live battery data such as cell voltages, temperature, charge level, and battery status.

 

Tips

• Stay within a few feet of the battery during connection.

• If the battery does not appear, toggle Bluetooth off and on, then retry.

• Only one device can connect to the BMS at a time.

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3.3 Verify Battery Data & Finalize

1. Confirm live data is updating in real time:

   • Cell voltages

   • Battery temperature

   • State of charge

   • Health/status indicators

2. Disconnect from the app when finished.

 

Expected Result:
You can successfully view and monitor battery health and internal data through the ANT BMS app.

 

Tips

• Do not connect or disconnect the battery under load.

• Use the app periodically to monitor battery health and balance.

• If readings appear abnormal, stop riding and contact support.

 

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4. Pro Tips and Suggestions

 

✅ Monitor Regularly
Check battery data periodically to track cell balance, temperature, and overall health—especially after hard riding or fast charging.

 

⚡ Review Data After Riding
Heat and voltage sag under load can reveal early signs of imbalance. Reviewing data post-ride helps catch issues early.

 

📶 Keep App & Firmware Updated
ANT BMS updates improve stability and compatibility. Always ensure the app and BMS firmware are up to date.

 

🧠 Log Baseline Readings
Record baseline values when the battery is healthy so you can easily spot changes over time.

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Common Issues & Fixes

Issue	Likely Cause	Solution
Battery not appearing in app	Bluetooth not active or interference	Toggle Bluetooth off/on and retry
App connects but shows no data	Battery not powered on	Ensure the bike and battery are powered on
Data appears frozen	App running in background	Reopen the app and reconnect
Frequent disconnects	Low phone battery or distance	Keep device charged and stay within range
Incorrect readings	Temporary BMS sync error	Disconnect, wait 10 seconds, and reconnect

 

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• How to download Fardriver

 

• How to connect to my Controller using Fardriver

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